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Paul Foley Electric Co., Inc.
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Serving Harwich, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Premier Energy Solutions, your comfort and safety come first. We protect your home or business with turnkey, worry-free generator installations, HVAC systems, and electrical work — all backed by unmatched reliability and value.\n\nEvery project is handled by licensed professionals using top installation practices. From backup power to heating and cooling to electrical upgrades, we make it seamless, professional, and built to last.\n\nSince 1992, Premier Energy Solutions has grown from a licensed electrical contractor into a full-service power, comfort, and safety provider. We deliver a complete, turnkey experience — design, permitting, installation, testing, and support.\nGenerators. HVAC. Electrical. One trusted team.

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Springer Electric, Inc.
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Harwich, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have over 15 years of experience serving Barnstable county with all of their electrical needs. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as generator installs, service change-outs and panel upgrades, and a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. Our services are customizable based on the specific project needs of each homeowner and business. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with all of our clients. Give us a call today to learn about how we can meet all of your electrical needs!\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Northeast Power, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Repair+3 more

Serving Harwich, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My solar inverter stopped working in my existing solar system, and since my original installer went out of business, I had a hard time finding someone to replace the inverter provided by SolarEdge. It was a small job, and most large companies weren’t interested, while those willing to help were booked out for at least a couple of months. I contacted Justin, and he replaced the inverter within just a few days. He was very friendly, efficient, and offered a very reasonable price. Justin was also extremely knowledgeable, explained everything clearly, and kept me updated throughout the process. He arrived on time, completed the work neatly, and made sure the system was running perfectly before leaving. Overall, his professionalism, honesty, and dedication to customer satisfaction made the whole experience stress-free and smooth."
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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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JP Mechanical Contractors, LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Harwich, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Julius was very professional and returned all calls and questions promptly …. We enjoyed meeting him and when he said he was going to follow up on anything we needed, he did… We highly recommend using JP Mechanical Contractors… If the need to use this company again comes up, , we certainly would call Julius… Danka Piekarski"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FM Generator
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Serving Harwich, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We did every thing by Email and text messaging. The installation went very smooth. The installers were prompt respectful, and rite on time. I would hire FM Generator if I had to. It was a pleaser to work with them."
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Champion Electrical Services Inc
5.0(
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Serving Harwich, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason, has been an important resource for us over the last 7 years as we have renovated 2 old homes. Panel upgrades, wiring, appliance installation, stand by generator installation, electrical inspections etc. etc. He and his firm are very trustworthy, professional and skilled."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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